Deputy Site Lead- Japan (Sr Principal Engineer)
The Deputy Site Lead is responsible for directing and scheduling Field Service Engineers (FSEs) in executing software upgrades, systems integration, and flight and maintenance operations for the Triton aircraft.
Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced technical professional to lead and manage the Triton MQ-4C Maintenance/FSE Team supporting U.S. Navy forces in Japan.
The Deputy Site Lead in Japan (Sr Principal Engineer) is responsible for:
- Directing and scheduling Field Service Engineers (FSEs) in executing software upgrades, systems integration, and testing, and flight and maintenance operations for the Triton aircraft.
- Maintaining direct liaison with Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) that have an impact on Air Vehicle (AV) and Ground Segment (GSEG) systems.
- Directing site personnel daily schedules, including subcontractors, and daily maintenance activities to execute program objectives on time.
- Assisting and providing directions to the FSE Team as required to accommodate the Navy customer ground/flight operations.
- Working closely with the Site Lead, Program, and Engineering teams to ensure the MQ-4C UAS are functional and available for customer operations tempo.
- Collecting and reporting system maintenance data metrics to support Reliability and Maintainability efforts.
- Ensuring the system is configured in accordance with the Program's Configuration and Data Management Plans.
- Ensuring maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities are conducted in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Following and assisting in any ground operating procedures audits, inspections, and/or compliance reviews IAW DCMA 8210.1D.
- Providing feedback to Triton Program during daily maintenance pass downs, shift turnover, or meetings.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field from an accredited university AND 8 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering, OR a Master's degree AND 6 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering.
- Two years of Systems Test Engineering or Systems Integration Engineering experience.
- Must have an Active US Government Secret clearance and ability to obtain and maintain US Government TS/SCI clearance.
- Experience working in flight operations.
- Must have technical MQ-4C Triton Aircraft experience (or similar).
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong communication skills/delivery methods, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Microsoft/Teams.
- Experience in managing a maintenance department supporting an FSR function.
- MQ-4C Aircraft maintenance, troubleshooting, ground handling, launch/recovery, Safe for Flight.
- NAVY/NAVAIR/NAMP/OPNAVINST 4790.2, OOMA, DCMA 8210.1D.
- Willingness to travel/live 100% abroad.
- Valid/current passport credentials.
Benefits
Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits, including:
- Health insurance coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Savings plan
- Company paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Additional Info
Assignment Details
- This position requires 100% travel/relocation to Guam, Japan, or other OCONUS locations in support of any AV divert or customer operation.
- This is considered a long term (2yr) assignment, and HOLA, COLA, IMI, and additional assignment allowances apply.
Compensation and Benefits
- Primary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00 USD.
- Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
Application Information
- The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date.
- Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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